History
Since our founding in 1916, Bernd has been committed to serving our customers. What began as a small trucking company has evolved over the past century into a leader in moving and storage services in Yakima, backed by over 100 years of experience.
Company History
Explore our milestones, learn about our growth, and discover how we’ve evolved into a trusted leader in the industry, always striving to exceed expectations and make your moving experience seamless.
2019-01-01
Founding a Legacy (1916)
The Bernd family of movers was established in 1916 when William Bernd founded a general transportation and warehouse company in Wisconsin called Bernd Trux, Inc. Following William's passing in 1941, the trucking company became part of the Werner Transportation Fleet.
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Expansion in Washington (1955-1965)
In 1955, William's son, Roy, opened his first moving company in Moses Lake, Washington. Just ten years later, Roy expanded by purchasing Fairchild Moving in Yakima, leading to the creation of Bernd Moving, both of which were agents for Mayflower Transit.
2020-01-01
Curtis Bernd’s Journey (1975-2015)
Curtis Bernd, a fourth-generation relocation professional, began his career in 1975 and worked full-time starting in 1986 with his uncle Bob, who owned the Moses Lake Mayflower office. Curtis gained extensive experience in all facets of the business. After a decade in real estate, Curtis returned to the moving industry in 2013 when Crown Mayflower recruited him for a sales position in central Washington.
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Continuing the Legacy (2015-2016)
In 2015, Curtis learned that his uncle Doug Bernd was selling Bernd Moving Systems. Doug, who had transitioned the company to United Van Lines, offered Curtis the opportunity to continue the family legacy. In September 2016, Curtis purchased Bernd Moving, solidifying its role in the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys and within the United Van Lines network. This year also marked the celebration of the 100-year anniversary of the Bernd family of movers.
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Expanding Horizons (2016-Present)
Since purchasing Bernd Moving in September 2016, Curtis Bernd has continued to uphold the family tradition of excellence in moving services. Under his leadership, Bernd Moving has solidified its presence in the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys and is now a proud agent of NorthAmerican. The company continues to build on nearly a century of dedication to high-quality moving services, earning the trust and loyalty of new generations of families.